- #1 CRYPTARK
97% matchVery Positive82% of 1,927 reviews2017
Dev: Alientrap
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 24 minMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 34%
Cryptark is a 2D sci-fi shooter where you take on the role of a heavily armed privateer seeking to earn government contracts by boarding deadly alien space-hulks. It's up to you to strategize a plan of attack, pick an equipment loadout, and destroy the central core to be victorious.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 20.3%, Mechs 19.5% ★, Twin Stick Shooter 16.3%, Action 12.1%, Roguelite 11%
- #2 Rogue Robot: Escape Protocol
96% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Jonathan Francis
Windows
Take control of a little red robot on a daring mission to escape a factory filled with deadly traps, relentless enemies, and multiple paths in this rogue-lite platformer that blends fast-paced action with intense gameplay
Why similar: Roguevania 48.1% ★, 2.5D 13.6%, Action 12.7%, Roguelite 12.2%, Futuristic 8.5%
- #3 Dubspace - Chapter 1
96% match9 user reviews80% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: Lowpolly
Windows
Embark on a cyberpunk action-adventure in zero-gravity as brother Mailcom, on a mission to uncover dark conspiracies and determine the fate of Zion space station. Enjoy physics-based movement, environmental puzzles, emergent combat, all set to a mighty dub soundtrack.
Why similar: Roguevania 45% ★, Twin Stick Shooter 15.5%, Action Roguelike 11.2%, Cyberpunk 9%, Action 8.4%
- #4 Neko's Rage
95% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: SilentFox prod
Windows
Neko's Rage is a pixel art rogue-lite platformer set in a post apocalyptic future overrun with dangerous biomechanical robots. Play as the cyber Neko-01 unit and collect always more loots to upgrade your Hub and character.
Why similar: Mechs 25.3% ★, Cyberpunk 13.8%, Procedural Generation 12.4%, Action Roguelike 12.4%, Roguelite 11.3%
- #5 The Rogue Cavern
94% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: Sean Frett
Windows · Linux
Explore an endless, procedurally generated cavern and find items in this roguevania-esque platformer.
Why similar: Roguevania 52.3% ★, Action 19.8%, Indie 14.5%, Roguelite 13.3%
- #6 Rift Keeper
94% matchMostly Positive71% of 80 reviews2019
Dev: Frymore
Windows
Embark on your journey, travel through rifts and restore the balance as the Rift Keeper in this handcrafted 2D roguelite platformer with challenging, fast-paced action gameplay.
Why similar: Roguevania 63.1% ★, Action Roguelike 13.3%, Roguelite 11.3%, Action 7.1%, Indie 5.2%
- #7 Xenon Valkyrie
93% matchMixed66% of 132 reviews2017
Dev: Diabolical Mind
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Xenon Valkyrie is a rogue-like with many RPG elements in which you will have to get to the deepest part of a moon and finish the plans of a wicked witch. You will be able to get many weapons randomly as you fight in a world that is created every time you play.
Why similar: Roguevania 57.6% ★, Roguelite 20.5%, Action Roguelike 13.4%, Action 5.1%, Indie 3.5%
- #8 Zombie City Rescue
92% match3 user reviews0% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: XZ Studio
Windows
Imagine being trapped in a city full of zombies, with life and death in front of you! Don't worry, you will become one of the survivors! Quick reaction and precise shooting are your survival rules, but don't forget to stay calm, because every step can be your last! Are you ready?
Why similar: Roguevania 51.3% ★, Action 14.1%, Action Roguelike 12.9%, Shooter 9.6%, Roguelite 9.1%
- #9 Code:STAR DUNGEON 星牢:试炼所
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Neon Cells Studio
Windows
A multi-role roguelike independent game that needs to collect characters to form a team. Focus on the player's mastery of attacks and skills.
Why similar: Roguevania 27.7% ★, Action Roguelike 19%, Roguelite 15.9%, Action 15.2%, Indie 10.1%
- #10 Paranoid
91% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: Brenner Simon
Windows
Paranoid is Dungeoncrawler/Roguelike with an oldschool pixelartstyle where you need to survive alone in the dark and discover new items and pills that help you through this dangerous World. Can you find a way out and wake up?
Why similar: Roguevania 42.7% ★, Procedural Generation 14.1%, Roguelite 14.1%, Action Roguelike 12.2%, Action 9%
- #11 Dungeon Warriors
90% matchMixed47% of 17 reviews2020
Dev: Ant Design Games
Windows
Dungeon Warriors is a random dungeon barrage game that we use to polish our lives
Why similar: Roguevania 56.9% ★, Action 15.1%, Action Roguelike 12.5%, Roguelite 11.9%, Indie 3.5%
- #12 Ninja Soul
89% matchVery Positive80% of 167 reviews2022
Dev: Ash Game StudioPub: Electronic Sheep Games
Windows
Ninjasoul is a platform action game that combines roguelite with Galaxy warrior demon city. Kunoichi, Tachibana Yachiyo unexpectedly awakened the ability of "death backtracking". She will find the truth in the land that used to be her hometown in the fight and death again and again.
Why similar: Roguevania 54.8% ★, Action Roguelike 14.3%, Roguelite 11.6%, Action 7.6%, Procedural Generation 7.5%
- #13 Abalyte
89% matchMixed67% of 201 reviews2018
Dev: Purple Studios
Windows
Abalyte is a 2D-roguelike metroidvania that focuses on the player's skill and inventiveness. While other games have crutches or progression systems that help the player beat the game, Abalyte does the opposite and throws you in a spike-pit.
Why similar: Roguevania 66.5% ★, Action Roguelike 15.5%, Action 8.4%, Roguelite 5.6%, Indie 4.1%
- #14 Long Rescue
88% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Pixel Octopus
Windows · Mac · Linux
Long Rescue is a Survival Roguelite where you battle waves of enemies across multiple worlds in pursuit of the villain who stole your dog. Build and customize your character with crazy ability combinations to grow into a powerful force capable of defeating your nemesis. Will you rescue your dog?
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.1%, Action 17.9%, Action Roguelike 17.7%, Roguelite 14.1%, Shooter 10.5%
- #15 Vector Bias
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wise and Evil Games
Windows
Vector Bias is a mecha anime inspired rogue-like. Pilot a custom Vector(mecha) and engage in fast-paced aerial combat against flying mechanical enemies, evade entrenched defenses and battle giant bosses.
Why similar: Mechs 21.4% ★, Twin Stick Shooter 20.9%, Action Roguelike 14.5%, Roguelite 13.8%, Action 10.8%
- #16 SuperEpic: The Entertainment War
86% matchMixed70% of 112 reviews2019
Dev: Undercoders
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 53%
SuperEpic is a satirical and humorous Metroidvania style action-adventure game, starring a raccoon and a llama in their quest to save an Orwellian society from the rule of an evil corporation. RegnantCorp is an enterprise which is controlling minds through abusive micro transactions.
Why similar: Roguevania 67.8% ★, Action Roguelike 13.9%, Action 8.6%, Indie 6.6%, Roguelite 3.2%
- #17 Rush Rover
86% matchVery Positive94% of 222 reviews2017
Dev: radio
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Rush Rover is a 2D top-down shooter game. Compared to other similar games of the genre, the shooting experience is closer to traditional shoot'em up games. It includes random map generation, unique weapons, lots of different enemies, exciting boss battles and a dynamic chiptune soundtrack.
Why similar: Mechs 18.8% ★, Twin Stick Shooter 16.6%, Action Roguelike 14.4%, Roguelite 14%, Procedural Generation 10.6%
- #18 Bullet Express
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lazy Gems
Windows · Linux
Merge and upgrade your weapons as you retake the Bullet Express!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 25.1%, Action 19.9%, 2.5D 18.8%, Action Roguelike 18.7%, Roguelite 17.5%
- #19 Mezmeratu
84% matchMostly Positive76% of 17 reviews2020
Dev: Celery Emblem™
Windows · Mac
A Platform-Hell adventure but with some ROGUE stuff!Discover a new world from the creator of Baobabs Mausoleum, full of surrealistic horror villages, stinky talking characters, impossible rogue platforms and...and a giant fish kidnapped inside an owl's beak. WELCOME TO PROSCIUTTO MISA!
Why similar: Roguevania 49.9% ★, Action 16.2%, Indie 12.2%, Roguelite 11.7%, Action Roguelike 9.9%
- #20 Weapon Hacker
84% matchPositive95% of 37 reviews2020
Dev: Luke Rissacher
Windows
Hack scavenged parts into custom-made weapons and explore / shred your way through a multiverse of infested weapon facilities.
Why similar: Roguevania 43.9% ★, Action 14.3%, Indie 11.1%, Roguelite 11.1%, Procedural Generation 10.1%
- #21 Tex-Mechs
83% matchVery Positive90% of 215 reviews2020
Dev: SMU Guildhall
Windows
Pilot a mech through the barrens of Texas and fight off the threat of an insect horde. Tex-Mechs was made by students at SMU Guildhall.
Why similar: Action 37.3%, Mechs 27.9% ★, Indie 26.6%, Shooter 8.2%
- #22 Nebula's Descent
82% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2023
Dev: Team LitterboxPub: OKSoft
Windows
Colorful bite-sized roguelike twin-stick bullet-hell dungeon crawler! Explore a procedurally generated research lab, throw black holes at monsters, dodge lasers, and fight a final boss beyond comprehension!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 21.4%, Cyberpunk 15%, Action Roguelike 14%, Roguelite 13.1%, Procedural Generation 11.5%
- #23 Test Zero
82% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: Overdrive Studio
Windows
Test Zero is a roguelite, cyberpunk, shooter-platformer. You will explore this test chamber. Fight other test subjects, gather resources and go on.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.5%, Roguelite 19.9%, Cyberpunk 16.5%, Action 12.7%, Procedural Generation 12.2%
- #24 Moss Destruction
81% matchMostly Positive71% of 114 reviews2019
Dev: Shotgun with Glitters
Windows · Mac · Linux
A fast-paced rogue-lite with procedurally generated, action packed levels. Rank up and install Mech Tech upgrades from an overstock! Snap on ability cartridges to your battle-mech, slay huge bosses through 3 distinctive worlds and guide your tiny green heroes towards victory!
Why similar: Action 26.2%, Twin Stick Shooter 24.5%, Indie 18%, Roguelite 16.5%, Procedural Generation 14.7%
- #25 9th Sentinel Sisters
79% matchMostly Positive70% of 281 reviews2025
Dev: Live Wire
Windows
The battle of the clone girls unfolds on a post-apocalyptic Earth, devastated by the alien life form known as "Bleed." Pilot the manned weapon "Father" to eliminate enemies. Upgrade weapons, create powerful builds, and strategize to successfully clear stages.
Why similar: Mechs 19.8% ★, Twin Stick Shooter 16%, Roguelite 13.3%, 2.5D 12.4%, Futuristic 11.2%
- #26 Dead Shapes
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cryzy Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Dead Shapes is an action rogue-lite. Fight, die, learn, and repeat as you journey through uniques levels. Be ready to discover thousands of character builds.
Why similar: Roguevania 37.6% ★, Roguelite 21.1%, Action 16.8%, Procedural Generation 11.1%, Action Roguelike 9.6%
- #27 Birdcakes
80% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2018
Dev: Green Lava Studios
Windows
"Ptooey! Ptooey! Ptooey!” - That´s the glorious sound of bullets in this 2D shooter platformer! Step in a world of state-of-the-art Cupcakes weaponry! After a picnic went horribly wrong, Pancake the Cupcake desperately tries to fend off hungry flies away from his girlfriend Cherry!
Why similar: Action 31.3%, Twin Stick Shooter 28%, Indie 23.6%, Procedural Generation 17.1%
- #28 Starfall Invaders
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ASTRO NOTES
Windows
Embark on a roguelike shooting game set in a mysterious world that combines 2D and 3D elements. Survive and escape from an unknown planet. Utilize enemy resources to enhance yourself, repair your damaged spaceship, and prepare for increasingly powerful and numerous enemy forces.
Why similar: 2.5D 24.4%, Action 23.1%, Roguelite 20.5%, Shooter 15.2%, Sci-fi 11.6%
- #29 Divinoids
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Catpad
Windows
Pilot one of several unique Divinoids, alien mecha that change back and forth between God and Mythical Beast forms. Destroy human armies, demolish their cities and conquer their planets. Up to four players co-op.
Why similar: Mechs 35.4% ★, Action 22.1%, Indie 16.7%, Action Roguelike 14%, Roguelite 11.8%
- #30 Darkness of Memories
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Axeagon Games
Windows
Darkness of Memories is a 2D action roguelike set in Edo-period Japan. Guide a memory-lost samurai, through mystical landscapes, battling foes and uncovering his dark past. With procedurally generated levels, permadeath, and deep customization, each playthrough offers a unique challenge.
Why similar: Roguevania 47.1% ★, Action Roguelike 17%, Roguelite 14.8%, Procedural Generation 10%, Action 8.2%
- #31 侵入:源代码
77% matchMostly Positive79% of 39 reviews2022
Dev: MaskCatStudio
Windows
"Inception: source code" is a fun cyberpunk action game created with a new concept! The game is very difficult. The cute sister controlled by the player can rebound bullets and kill the enemy in the gorgeous light and shadow of the sword.
Why similar: Cyberpunk 21.8%, 2.5D 19.1%, Futuristic 15%, Action Roguelike 14.9%, Action 11.2%
- #32 Uragun
75% matchMostly Positive74% of 245 reviews2023
Dev: Kool2Play
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 50%
You are a friendly-but-deadly Mech on a journey searching for your missing pilot in this action-packed roguelite shooter. Choose your missions and rewards, research skills, equip expansions, mod your weapons, install plugins, customize your looks and stylishly cut your way through hordes of evil AI.
Why similar: Mechs 24% ★, Twin Stick Shooter 16.4%, Action Roguelike 11%, Procedural Generation 10.7%, Roguelite 10.3%
- #33 Obsidian Crown
77% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2019
Dev: Pipkin Studios Limited
Windows
‘Obsidian Crown’ is a top-down, roguelite shooter for Windows / PC that doesn't require the player to kill everything in sight! Featuring Pixel graphics and a unique ‘karma’ game mechanic, Obsidian Crown challenges each player to find the right balance of weapons in order to complete the game, save planet Earth, and rescue your beloved...
Why similar: Action Roguelike 29.7%, Roguelite 26.7%, Action 16.6%, Twin Stick Shooter 14.8%, Indie 12.2%
- #34 SKIPCHASER
76% matchMixed70% of 76 reviews2018
Dev: PonywolfPub: Ponywolf, LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 94%
SKIPCHASER is a story-driven sci-fi fantasy shooter with procedural missions, deep weapon customization and action/adventure elements.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 23%, Twin Stick Shooter 19.8%, Action 19.4%, Indie 15%, Roguelite 11.6%
- #35 StarBreak
76% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,302 reviews2016
Dev: Crunchy Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 44%
StarBreak is a unique skill-based action platformer MMO where you explore strange sci-fi worlds alongside dozens of other players, kill legions of dangerous aliens and fight epic boss battles.
Why similar: Roguevania 66.8% ★, Action Roguelike 17.2%, Action 7.5%, Indie 4.3%, Sci-fi 2.6%
- #36 Rust & Dust
75% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: TAP
Windows
Rust & Dust is A fast-paced 2D roguelike Shooter about two twin mice fighting through a ruined world. Instantly switch between them, combine their powers, and turn positioning into a weapon. Master the chaos or be overrun!
Why similar: Mechs 17.7% ★, Action 16.7%, Action Roguelike 15.5%, Cyberpunk 11.9%, Shooter 11.4%
- #37 10MIN HEROES
73% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Akira Abe
Windows
A 2D pixel survival game where you defeat waves of enemies and aim for the goal. Face over 50 types of enemies, wield 20+ unique weapons, and grow stronger as you progress through each stage. "Become stronger and reach the goal!"
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.8%, Action 19.9%, Action Roguelike 19.5%, Roguelite 16.9%, Procedural Generation 10.4%
- #38 KO Mech
74% matchPositive86% of 49 reviews2018
Dev: ektomarch
Windows · Mac · Linux
A small mech with a heart of gold embarks on a quest to punch everyone to death.
Why similar: Mechs 41.8% ★, Action 21.6%, 2.5D 21.5%, Indie 15.1%
- #39 Return to Sector 9
74% matchMostly Positive75% of 28 reviews2020
Dev: Pug Fugly Games
Windows
Spread across a campaign mode and 8 mini games, take on a variety of missions from bug hunts, protection detail, desperate last stands and rescue missions!
Why similar: Action 32.7%, Twin Stick Shooter 29.9%, Indie 23.2%, Shooter 14.1%
- #40 Ufouria: The Saga 2
72% matchVery Positive91% of 125 reviews2024
Dev: SUNSOFT
Windows
Explore the unique and wacky world of SUNSOFT's Ufouria in this exploration-based side-scrolling game. The levels' terrain change each time you play with new secrets to explore. Be charmed, comforted and tickled by the fluffy felt-like remake of the strange-but-cute world of Ufouria!
Why similar: Roguevania 44.2% ★, Action 19.2%, Action Roguelike 14.4%, Roguelite 11.2%, Procedural Generation 11%
- #41 Ghost of Viyk
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: trbkk
Windows
In the lands of Vyik, death is just the beginning. Tailor your items and abilities to create your unique battle style — and slay enemies who never play by the rules, in this Ukrainian Grimfolk roguelite action. Because the price of freedom is never fair.
Why similar: Roguevania 49% ★, Action Roguelike 16.9%, Action 16.7%, Roguelite 13.8%, Indie 3.6%
- #42 METROMAGE
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MAYA GAME STUDIO
Windows
MetroMage is an intense action roguelike where you combine elemental magic, stack damage multipliers, and create devastating builds. Explore procedurally generated maps, face escalating enemy waves, and grow overwhelmingly powerful with every new run.
Why similar: Roguevania 45.5% ★, Action 17.3%, Action Roguelike 14.9%, Roguelite 11.5%, Procedural Generation 7.1%
- #43 Go To Heck
71% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Vilkas
Windows
Go To Heck is a fast-paced 2d sidescrolling action roguelite, descending through Cyberheck and using your railgun to destroy all the devils in your way.
Why similar: Cyberpunk 22.7%, Action Roguelike 20.7%, Roguelite 18.5%, Action 10.3%, Sci-fi 10.1%
- #44 Blamdown: Udder Fury
72% matchMostly Positive79% of 28 reviews2016
Dev: Guru Games
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Blamdown: Udder Fury is a fast-paced twin stick shooter about a cow with a bazooka and a lust for revenge. It's all about creating chaos, blowing stuff up and having a fun. Jump on top of buildings, gun down enemy jetpack-troopers and blast away tanks with your trusty bazooka!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 27.6%, Action Roguelike 27.2%, Indie 22.1%, Roguelite 12.1%, Action 11%
- #45 Leap of Fate
71% matchVery Positive87% of 471 reviews2016
Dev: Clever Plays
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Leap of Fate is a furiously-paced cyberpunk roguelite about overcoming your fears and achieving your fate. In a New York City where magic is real, you play as a technomage who must develop unspeakable powers to confront the Crucible of Fates. Can you survive the trials?
Why similar: Cyberpunk 27.1%, Action Roguelike 22.1%, Twin Stick Shooter 17.5%, Action 12.9%, Roguelite 12.3%
- #46 Ghost 1.0
70% matchVery Positive91% of 2,107 reviews2016
Dev: @unepic_franPub: Unepic Games
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
A mysterious agent, capable of becoming a digital ghost, sneaks aboard the Nakamura Space Station. This is where the fun begins: the station is well-protected with its heavy defences, never-ending arsenal of weapons, and mysterious artifacts. It will all have to be destroyed.
Why similar: Roguevania 60.3% ★, Cyberpunk 15.1%, Action 10.2%, Indie 8.1%, Sci-fi 6.3%
- #47 Genesis Survivors
70% matchMixed63% of 147 reviews2024
Dev: Aeternum Game Studios S.L
Windows
Welcome, hackers, you're being transferred to Eden City to defend its citizens against the alien threat! Eden Survivors is a single-player survivor-like auto-shooter where players must defeat hordes of alien invaders until the extraction time.
Why similar: Mechs 34.6% ★, Cyberpunk 19.1%, Action Roguelike 16%, Roguelite 8.7%, Action 8%
- #48 Running Riot
69% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2025
Dev: Party Moose Games
Windows
Pick a class and blast your way through rooms of cyber enemies in this roguelite action shooter! Choose your abilities and your path wisely, because you've only got one life to make it through the gauntlet. Rack up those points and spend them on even more ways to RIOT!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23.5%, Cyberpunk 16.1%, Action Roguelike 15%, Roguelite 13.8%, Futuristic 8.9%
- #49 Anstorm
71% matchVery Positive82% of 72 reviews2018
Dev: Shiv
Windows
Simple and gripping gameplay most commonly as a classical arcade shooter. The game consists of short levels which is perfect for short breaks to relax.
Why similar: Action 29.9%, Twin Stick Shooter 25%, Indie 20.6%, Shooter 12.7%, Sci-fi 11.8%
- #50 Armechgeddon
69% matchPositive88% of 50 reviews2024
Dev: MothCat
Windows
Armechgeddon is a chaotic action rogue-lite with a minimalist control scheme. Pick the right mech and pilot for the job, and lay waste to hundreds of enemies with your custom arsenal.
Why similar: Mechs 21.9% ★, Action Roguelike 21.8%, Roguelite 21.2%, 2.5D 11.2%, Action 10.1%
- #51 BLANK SPACE
70% match7 user reviews57% of 7 reviews2022
Dev: Michigames
Windows
Use your high-speed jetpack and unique items to play with your enemies in space. Use physics to control floating debris. Complete various missions efficiently and earn money to rebuild your mafia in a limited time.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.1%, Roguelite 13.8%, Mechs 13.5% ★, 2.5D 11.2%, Procedural Generation 10.5%
- #52 Brigador: Up-Armored Edition
68% matchVery Positive93% of 5,728 reviews2016
Dev: Stellar Jockeys
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Pilot a mech to hunt down and destroy the oppressive government of a cyberpunk autocracy. In this fast-paced, top-down shooter, use overwhelming firepower to destroy columns of tanks and level buildings. Unlock up to 56 unique vehicles and 40 weapons.
Why similar: Mechs 25.6% ★, Twin Stick Shooter 17.8%, Cyberpunk 13.4%, Roguelite 9.5%, Action Roguelike 9.3%
- #53 Chuck Meowrris
69% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2020
Dev: WhyNot?
Windows
Play as the special agent Chuck Meowrris, as you attempt to complete Dr. Kibblesworth's Gauntlet of Randomness. With nine lives and five different classes, can you complete the entirety of the Gauntlet of Randomness and defeat Dr. Kibblesworth?
Why similar: Action 30.3%, Twin Stick Shooter 27.1%, Indie 22.2%, Roguelite 20.4%
- #54 Shape Storm
68% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2020
Dev: Freddie Lorenz
Windows
Shape Storm is a sort-of roguelike where you dodge shapes. That's it. Dodge shapes, do it well and win. The game contains 20 unique boss fights where the unique boss uniquely attacks you with unique shapes causing you to dodge the shapes in a unique way.
Why similar: Action 41.9%, Indie 30.6%, Action Roguelike 14.2%, Roguelite 13.2%
- #55 Cyberwar: Neon City
66% matchVery Positive92% of 210 reviews2024
Dev: Cyber Monkey StudiosPub: GoGo Games Interactive
Windows
Explore a cyberpunk universe where monkeys rule. Challenge the fearsome Cyber Monkeys as you take on the role of a hero armed with a living shark weapon.
Why similar: Futuristic 19.1%, Cyberpunk 18.1%, Roguelite 13.8%, Procedural Generation 13.2%, Action Roguelike 13.1%
- #56 Null Root
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: James Suret
Windows · Linux
A survivor action roguelite where your cursor is your weapon. Aim, place, and chain devastating abilities to survive relentless digital swarms. Build powerful combos and push deeper every run.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23.3%, Cyberpunk 17.5%, Action Roguelike 17.3%, Roguelite 15.8%, Procedural Generation 11.6%
- #57 Aria: Dragon Eater
68% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: OZNA STUDIO
Windows
"Aria: Dragon Eater" is a fantasy action top-down shooter game set in a magical era. Begin your journey to unravel the mystery surrounding the death of the dragon!
Why similar: Action 42.5%, Indie 31%, 2.5D 17.3%, Shooter 9.1%
- #58 Starstrike
65% matchPositive90% of 31 reviews2025
Dev: 7th Fleet Games LLC
Windows
Take command of Earth's most powerful starships and battle through the heart of enemy space in this action packed roguelike! Experience the thrill of full realtime destruction as you battle ever-increasing hordes of enemies.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 27.3%, Roguelite 23.4%, Action 18.7%, Shooter 14.8%, Sci-fi 10.2%
- #59 Gunner-chan!
65% matchVery Positive92% of 230 reviews2025
Dev: kido
Windows
A 2.5D top-down, roguelike shooter set in a base that has been taken over by a revolt of robots.
Why similar: Mechs 29% ★, Action Roguelike 20.9%, 2.5D 19.6%, Action 18.9%, Sci-fi 7.1%
- #60 Vicious Attack Llama Apocalypse
67% matchMostly Positive77% of 69 reviews2018
Dev: RogueCode (PTY) LTD
Windows
The world's best mass llama-slaughter roguelike-lite-ish couch co-op top-down twin-stick shooter.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 25.9%, Action Roguelike 25.5%, Action 20.6%, Indie 14.6%, Roguelite 13.4%